Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle, 26 October 1940
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Pinang Gazette and Straits Chronicle
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Title Section20 1940-10-26 1 Pinang Gazette AND STRAITS CHRONICLE ESTAB. 1833 PUBLISHED DAILY 50. 256. Vol. XCVIH. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1940. PRICE 10 CENTS.20 words
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Article, Illustration162 1940-10-26 1 ROME ADMITS DIFFICULTY of campaign Rome. October 26. The “enormous difficulty** of the ta-k facing Italian forces in Egypt in view of ’•gigantic British preparation*** is emphasised In Signor Gayda in the Giornale d*ltalia. He declares that British force* massed in Egypt total 250.000'—Reuter. - 162 words
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44 1940-10-26 1 —Reuter. Washington, Oct. 26. President Roosevelt has declared that as long as tiie international situation remained as at present, he would not go more than twelve hou r s fr o m ashington to campaign in the Presidential elections.—Reuter.—Reuter. - 44 words
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Article309 1940-10-26 1 s. Reuter. Committees Gel To Work New Delhi, October 26 The Eastern Group Conference set up a central committee under the chairmanship of Sii’ Mohamed Zafrullah Khan, leader of the Indian delegation, to consider matters of policy and piocedure. The committee proceeded to appoint two other committeess. Reuter. - 309 words
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Article74 1940-10-26 1 —Reuter. British Gnus In Action London, October 26. British long-range guns mount- 1 on the Kent coast shelled a German convoy consisting of G ree light craft escorted by two -enplanes which were hugging re French coast between Boulogne and Calais yesterday afternoon (Friday). The shelling lasted.—Reuter. - 74 words
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Article45 1940-10-26 1 .’.—Reuter. Casualties Inflicted On Italians Cairo, October 25. A Biitish patrol again successfullyengaged a party of the enemy r outside Kassala on October 23. The enemy suffered casualties before they withdrew. Quiet conditions reigned on other fronts, states a G.H.Q. communique today.—Reuter..’.—Reuter. - 45 words
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196 1940-10-26 1 Stockholm. October 26. JJITLER is now organising the whole continent for a blockade of and war against Britain, according to Berlin despatches to Stockholm. It is said in Berlin that following settlement of Spain’s role, France’s position is now determined and the whole of Europe—Reuter. - 196 words
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Article24 1940-10-26 1 r. —Reuter. Lisbon. Oct. 25. Mr. Kennedy, United States Ambassador to Britain, has left for America by air.—Reuter.r.—Reuter. - 24 words
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Article33 1940-10-26 1 —Reuter. Stockholm. Oct. 25. A 15.000-ton Swedish motor tanker was tor.jeuoed op Sunday, according to news received here. A British warship saved 33 members of the crew of 37. —Reuter..—Reuter. - 33 words
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Article67 1940-10-26 1 —Reuter. Japanese War Minister’s Request To Cabinet Tokyo, Oct. 25. The Japanese War Minister. LieutenantGeneral Hideri Tojo, has requested the ‘Cabinet to devise appropriate steps to enhance the national “morale,” according to the Dome! Agency. Domei understands that the War Minister “openly scorned petty interference”—Reuter. - 67 words
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30 1940-10-26 1 .—Reuter. Washington. October 25 President Roosevelt informed the press conference that he intended to serve the whole of the four years if re-elected President—Reuter..—Reuter. - 30 words
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Article94 1940-10-26 1 Router London, ‘October German officials t/yparc/ ‘iy no longer hold out any prospect of a quick victory >z r Britain, according to well-informed quarters here, commenting on Dr G ■••■bbcls’ speech at Danzig yesterday. Dr. Goebbels declared that Germany knew that Britain’s downfall must come. Router - 94 words
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Article309 1940-10-26 1 Rugby, October 25. An Admiralty communique states: Further examples can now be given of continuous pressure which British naval forces maintain on coastal communications in enemy waters. 11. M. submarine “Swordfish’’ has torpedoed and sunk a German torpedo boat off the French roast, while in thei.—Reuter. - 309 words
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Article323 1940-10-26 1 —Reuter. London. Oct. 25 I'.' in i despair or sly and sinister am<*Hon may win Germany a few Quislings, but she could never acquire a Garibaldi, ’e< lares The Times” in an editorial on rsca.s" character of the R.A.F. and Imperial Legion attached to the R.AF.’—Reuter. - 323 words
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Advertisement15 1940-10-26 1 COW GATE /1 gw for North Malaya d Penang:— ffjmRGICTOWN DISPENSARY LTD.. Penang and Ipoh.15 words
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Advertisement113 1940-10-26 1 “SMILER” fed on COW GATE i Agents for North Malay* A I GEORGETOWN DISPENSARY STTR. Penang and Ipoh. HAPPY About The Whole Thing! His Foods taste best f Vi 7 and appetising alien rtHBl J v cooked with Ho Hong Jgatm “Elephant I» r a n d‘" r L- ha113 words
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622 1940-10-26 2 .WIDESPREAD RAIDS Lj. ON BERLIN British Bombers Fly At Much Lower Altitude London, Oct. 25. IJRITISH fighter pilots are now “beating up” the German Air Force again over the Dunkirk beaches. The bombing of Central Be'rlin targets at “considerably” lower altitude than inReuter. - 622 words
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Article174 1940-10-26 2 s.—Reuter. (London. October 25 Czechoslovak military cooperation with Britain was sealed by an agreement signed by Lord Halifax and M. Jan Masaryk at the Foreign Office today. Britain will grant the provisional Czechoslovak Government credit to finance the Czech military freedom. Subject only to the jurisdiction bys.—Reuter. - 174 words
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297 1940-10-26 2 Message From Premier New Delhi, Oct. 25. Nearly a hundred representatives from widely separated parts of the British Empire assembled here today for discussions on helping the Mother Country to win the war by making their countries as far as possible self-supporting in war production..—Reuter. - 297 words
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Article50 1940-10-26 2 .—Reuter. Surplus As Result Of China Traffic Rangoon, Oct. 25. The Burma Railways’ annual report states that as a result of China traffic through Burma deficit has been turned into surplus after nine years. Gross earnings from China traffic reached £172.000 for the year ended March 31 last.—Reuter..—Reuter. - 50 words
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Article159 1940-10-26 2 .—Reuter. NO INDICATION IN MADRID Madrid, October 25. It is interesting to note that the press, apparently under official guidance. are saying nothing that could be interpreted as preparing the people for entry into war. At the same time speculation about possible subjects discussed at the.—Reuter. - 159 words
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Article83 1940-10-26 2 —Reuter. Not Short Of Tonnage At Present New York, Oct. 25. The "New York Daily" in an article headed: "U-Boats only dent British shippine" discounts Nazi claims of tonnage sunk as false, .pointing out: If this is accurate, sh pping authorities would advise that freight rates would now"—Reuter. - 83 words
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Article67 1940-10-26 2 > —Reuter. Defending Sector Of Scottish Coast London. Oct. 25. Polish torces have taken over a sector of the Scottish coast under the coastal defence scheme. This was announced in a communique issued from General Sikorski’s headquarters tonight t Thursday!, describing Mr. Churchill's visit to Scotland>—Reuter. - 67 words
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56 1940-10-26 2 Reuter. Washington, Oct. Ex-King Carol, who is detained in his hotel in has appealed to the Onited States Government to intercced the Spanish authorities on behalf of himself and members < party. The appeal was transmitted by the American Legati h Lisbon with aReuter. - 56 words
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Article608 1940-10-26 2 Few Reach London: 12 Raiders Down London, October 25. 'T'WELVE enemy aircraft were destroyed today, says an Air A Ministry communique. Eight British fighters weie lost but the pilots of four are safe. The Air Ministry communique confirms that with British fighters and anti-aircraft guns constantly inReuter. - 608 words
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Article558 1940-10-26 2 Cairo, October 25. ■pNEMY casualties in yesterday’s remarkable action in the Kassala sector were 50 killed and 400 wounded, states an official announcement by G.H.Q. The engagement took place on Saturday South-East of Kassala near the Eritrean frontier. —Reuter. The statement explains that Italians on—Reuter. - 558 words
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Article54 1940-10-26 2 Reuter. London. October 25 The Belgian Finance Minute Mi Gutt, broadcasting tonight, said tl’ t besides military co-operation with Britain Belgium is making an even more inportant contribution. All her /hippinf have been plaeed at Britain > "ispo-al and all resources of the BeE m Ooniro madeReuter. - 54 words
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Article52 1940-10-26 2 —Reuter. Preparations For Early Meeting Zurich. Octo 25. Hitler is expected to make declaration to the Reichstag concc talks with General Franco. The same circles state tha 1 tions are being made for an e; ing of the Reichstag and must be ready to attend—Reuter. - 52 words
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Article50 1940-10-26 2 .—Reuter. Commission Appointed In Canada Ottawa. O' The appointment of a tempt man commission to work with 'I States Committee on early d of power resources of the mreo rapids section of the St. Lawrei was announced today (Thursday 1 office of the Prime Minister, kenzie King.—Reuter..—Reuter. - 50 words
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Advertisement33 1940-10-26 2 W 106%} tn Tl \i]l 1 cAL□B E C K 5 Vy a/s’tLzv'j RADIO-GRAMOPHONE “EKCO” TABLE MODEL (MADE IN ENGLAND) $198.00 BEST VALUE OBTAINABLE ROBINSON PIANO Co. PENANG TVMNG AND PIANO REPAIR SPECIALISTS.33 words
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362 1940-10-26 3 aew si bmarine KILL n Australian, destroyer serving s the Biitish Navy in the Medimt an has hunted an Italian to its destruction. bring- rr Australia’s naval bag for the v to on 3 cruiser, one destroyer. ...i two submarines says an Aus- m362 words
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Article109 1940-10-26 3 Compensation Of >55 To Boy Owner Kuala Lumpur. Sentence of §lOO in default one month’s ligorous imprisonment was imposed on Tan Kok Min, by Mr. G. L. Howe, the First Magistrate, Kuala Lumpur, on Tuesday morning in the case in which he was charged109 words
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86 1940-10-26 3 Kuala Lumpur. Herbert James Grey, a European, claimed trial before Mr. G. L. Howe, the First Magistrate, on three charges ‘■f cheating the Station Hotel. Kuala Lumpur, Messrs. M. S. Ally, Kuala Uimpm. and the Hotel Majestic, Kuala Lumpur to the extent of $lO, $2O,86 words
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Article91 1940-10-26 3 well-known Po,11? singer who is to y at the Victoria enioii:. Haj; Nov. 29, arrived m sip Wednesday dressed hls nauona costume. Polj 0 8 1 n the famous р. P rar Madame Maria a u has performed in Europe States and is also p np p91 words
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Article1375 1940-10-26 3 HAROLD LASKI - We fight for ourselves and By HAROLD LASKI VOW that the position of 1 France is crystallising’, the first temptation of all will naturally be indignation at the men who, without popular demand or constitutional authority behind them, have betrayed our Ally. But indignation is not1,375 words
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44 1940-10-26 3 Bangkok. The Chinese Chamber of Commerce here is now preparing to welcome Gen. Wu Te-cheng, Minister of Overseas Affairs in the Chungking Government, who is scheduled to arrive here at the beginning »f the next month via Singapore.44 words
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Article1122 1940-10-26 3 Gallantry And Bravery Of Indian Troops r Indian troops in British Somaliland are playing a magnificent part in the defence of the Near and Middle East. Regularly reports are received of the gallantry and bravery of the soldiers stationed. His Excellency the Commandei -inChief1,122 words
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Advertisement119 1940-10-26 3 DENTALLY INSURED cvUh th& Tek "SHDRT-HEAD"POLICY Be sure your children grow up with healthy strong teeth, clean not only in the front but at the back, in all Yrx, those nooks and crannies, where -4, 7 food-remains lodge, and cause \Lr4k decay. Tek "Short-Head" toothbrushes, designed by dental sur- y119 words
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Miscellaneous36 1940-10-26 3 I""* 1 i RS WN I sn 1 (J i \\kv /Air "I SUPPOSE I MIGHT AS WELL GET IN HERE" (Demands are growing for an immediate reduction in Ute price of tobacco for the troops.)36 words
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3478 1940-10-26 4 Further Evidence At Mines Inquiry MR. WALTER GRENIER EXAMINED AT LENGTH Kuala Lumpur. it <R WALTER GRENIER, whose firm are secretaries for Liu Koi and Pontian Tin, and Mr. M Khoo Teik Ee, a director of these companies, testified at3,478 words
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380 1940-10-26 4 DELEGATE TO N.E.I. TALKS Going To Indo-China To Establish Link Singapore. Captain Y. Nakahara, the Naval member of the Japanese mission which has been negotiating with the Netherlands Indies Government, passed through Singapore on Tuesday, on his way to Indo-China. Captain Nakahara, who was the380 words
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Article82 1940-10-26 4 SATURDAY. OCTOBER 26. 1940. MAIL DEPARTURES Latest Time of Posting AIR MAILS Mails for ipoh, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore 1.30 p.m. Saturday 26th inst. Mails for Australia, New Zealand, Java 6 p.m. Saturday 26th inst. SURFACE MAILS Mails for Great Britain 4 p.m. Saturday 26th inst. Mails for Sumatra82 words
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Article93 1940-10-26 4 Hong Kong. Mr. T. L. Soong (Sung Tzu-liang), younger brother of Mr. T. V. Soong, left here for Manila on Tuesday. It is reported that in Manila he will make arrangements for the transhipment of war materials in aid of the Chiang regime. It is further93 words
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47 1940-10-26 4 A British traveller who has recently arrived in Singapore from Japan states that the coaling of the vessel on which he was travelling was delayed at Nagasaki owing to local strikes, stated to be due to food shortages in the port.47 words
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Article342 1940-10-26 4 Small Deficit In 1941 Singapore Thv Smgapor e Municipal Commixic> rs will debate the 1941 budget at a spe a i meeting on November 1. Draft e. of revenue and expenditure show that Commissioners ar e budgeting for sir R deficit <5173.473’ in respect of 1941. Revenue342 words
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Advertisement126 1940-10-26 4 Jap fp M C r ■KOP 1: t w h//e atn Il I A Bu bbles k p laatl II At least once every day refresh your complexion with Pears gentle tonic I CYci II action.” When you wash with Pears’, I Take o Vra Ppei?^ enlarged pores contract and126 words
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Advertisement169 1940-10-26 4 Try this new BEAUTY RECIPE Look aT The photos of this girl before and after using it Mb ."a jcww S IOL-, 1 fl Ww F 51 <4 T can hardly S J when 1 look into a mirror,” writes J. M. ever skin is fresher, clearer, loveliei j before169 words
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1658 1940-10-26 5 ALLEGATIONS UNDER OFFICIAL SECRETS ORDINANCE Singapore Several R.A.F. men testified to having been lavishly entertained by Mamora Shinozaki when further evidence was recorded yesterday in the Second Magistrate’s Court in the preliminary’ inquiry into three tentative charges under the Official Secrets Ordinance1,658 words
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Article88 1940-10-26 5 Today on the Esplanade from 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. March The Baluch Brigade Joseph Overture Pique Dame Suppe Selection Conversation Piece Coward Waltz April Buds Anclifft Selection The Golden Moth Novello Quick Step Adolf Mills TO-MORROW At the Waterfall Gardens from 5.15 p.m. to 6.30 p.in. March88 words
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Article509 1940-10-26 5 SOCIAL PERSONAL Mr. D. N. Turner has been appointed an F.M.S.- Police cadet. Mrs. E. C. Tidy is in Alor Star Hospital convalescing after an operation for appendicitis. Mr. D H. Hampshire, J P has been appointed to be a member of the Railway Board for a further period of509 words
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Advertisement228 1940-10-26 5 REX 3 SHOWS TODAY At 3; 6.15 9.30 p.m. WARNER BROS.’ Thrill, Laugh Song Show tfAGNEY goes native SHERIDAN *oes after him, O’BRIEN goe> haywire! “TORRID ZONE” WITH Andy Devine —Helen Vinson—Jerome Cowan —George Tobias y, Warner Bros.—First National Picture FUN FROLIC PARK SATURDAY, 26th OCTOBER 1940 NOORAN OPERA: "PRODIGAL228 words
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Advertisement136 1940-10-26 5 FUN FROLIC PARK SATURDAY. 26th OCTOBER 1940 LAST NIGHT: 8.15 P.M. TO 1L.30 P.M. LAST NIGHT THE TROPICAL A SHOW WITH AN ALL STAR CAST OF INTERNATIONAL ARTISTES GIRLS MYSTIFYING ILI.I SIO.X-. DARE DIAIL A( RO BATH -V. IN(.l\<. AsTOl NDbreathless. HERE'S YOUR GOLDEN CHEAP OPPORTUNITY. SEATS: 10, 15 and136 words
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Miscellaneous113 1940-10-26 5 MAJESTIC IST 3 SHG'H S TODAY 3.00, 6.15 9.30 Trail Stalk Attack “ALMOST A GENTLEMAN” with James Ellison, Helen Wood, Robert Kent. June Clayworth, "Ace,” The Wonder Dog. RKO Radio Picture. Together with the Latest Pathe Gazette. MORNING SHOWS TODAY AND TOMORROW AT 11.30 AM JOY OF LIVING” with Irene113 words
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Miscellaneous135 1940-10-26 5 PiR-conpmqn OPENS TO-DAY THREE SHOWS YOUR FAVOURITE STARS SPARKLE AGAIN IN A MYSTERY THAT ROCKS A POLICE FORCE WITH DISMAY AND YOU WITH LAUGHTER! r s «A fF wk’ POWELL LOYL ANOTHER THIN MAN f VIRGINIA GREY OTTO KRUGER C. AUBREY SMITH S. VAN DYKE II —HUNT STROMBERG Production SUPPORTED135 words
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Miscellaneous133 1940-10-26 5 If you've not seen "MEIN KAMPF MY CRIMES” You better see it TODAY! QUEEN’S The Home of No. 1 British Pictures The Film The War Hhs Freed For All To See LAST 3 SHOWS TODAY 3 p.m., 6.15 9.30 Matinee: Reduced Prices. Because of this Man Millions Mourn “MEIN KAMPF133 words
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Article484 1940-10-26 6 r p\V()-thir<ls of the British EmA pire are represented at the Eastern Group Conference which opened at New Delhi yesterday and at which Malaya is expected to play a prominent part. The great and vital urgency of the task before the delegates needs no stressing;484 words
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Article84 1940-10-26 6 tIDEON CINEMA William Powell and Myrna Loy in "Another Thin Man” 3, 6.15 and 9.30 p.m. MAJESTIC CINEMA "Almost A Gentleman” witn James Ellison and Helen Wood 3, 6.15 and 9.30 p.m. HEX CINEMA "Torrid Zone" with James Cagney, Anne Sheridan and Pat O’Brien 3, 6.15 and84 words
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Article349 1940-10-26 6 Matrimonial Column JN a certain section of the Malayan Press, I see, the matrimonial column has come to stay. This practice, however, is not original it has long been a feature of Indian newspapers. Germany since the war has, to judge by Nazi newspapers, gone a long349 words
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Article740 1940-10-26 6 Saturday, October 26. 1) E R L I N correspondents claim that Hitler is now organising the whole continent for the blockade of and war against Britain. It is said that following the settlement of Spain’s role, the position of France has been determined740 words
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2169 1940-10-26 7 VETERANS WHO HAVE NOW RECOVERED ARMY HABITS Mr. Edwin Ha ward’s Broadcast 661 JERE in Malaya a Local Defence Corps is being formed. So you may like to know’ something about the formation of the Home Guard in Great Britain. As2,169 words
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687 1940-10-26 7 Increases Granted In Many Cases At a meeting of the Rent Assessment Board, Penang, held in the Second Divisional Court, Supreme Court, yesterday. 13 applications were considered, two for fixing of rents, seven for increase of rents and four for orders of ejectment. Mr. T.687 words
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Article200 1940-10-26 7 BOTH PARTIES CONTRIBUTE TO OCCIDENT. SAYS COURT Ipoh. \fter crossing the road, I saw plaintiff s car travelling at -i high speed, and it was wobbling, said Phang Khooi Soo, middle-aged Chinese before Mr. Justice Howes in the Sumi Court here yesterday when making his defence200 words
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Article197 1940-10-26 7 1 he War Fund in North Mala- ya increased by nearly 82,500 yesterday to 81,419,201.06, made up of Penang 8919,431.50 (Si 1,86 4.33 being contribut:ed from Kedah) and Perak I 5499.769.56. Yesterday's contributions re1 ceived in Penang included S5OO from Messrs. A. R. Burkill Co.,197 words
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Article42 1940-10-26 7 Following is a contribution to the Maxaya Patriotic Pune account Lord Mayor of London’s Fund for the relief of air raid victim.-': S c Previously acknowledged 3.293.48 Payment ty Miss E M. H. Roberts 50.00 Total $3,343.4842 words
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Article21 1940-10-26 7 The Penang Library will be closed on Wednesday October 30 and on Saturday, November 2 being public holidays.21 words
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645 1940-10-26 7 Mala ya Reciprocates Sentiments Of Good-will And Amity 'pilE traditional ties of friendship between Thailand and Ma- laya were mentioned in letters which passed between the Prime Minister of Thailand and the Officer Administering the Government, Straits Settlements, on the occasion of the645 words
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Article93 1940-10-26 7 Penang Broadcasts Next Month Balik Pulao. Arrangements have been co»*pleted for a senes of talk on “How to grow your own food” to he heard from the Penang Wireie»*» Society, Station Z If.J., next month. The first lecture will be given by Mr. C. W.93 words
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Article475 1940-10-26 8 issued by the Malayan Sharebrokers Association (Penang and Ipoh sections) at 4 p.m. 25th October, 1940. Issue Buyeas Sellers 4/0 Ampat Tin 3/3 3/6 5/0 Austral Ainal 4/104 5/14 £1 Austral Malay 33/6 35/6 5/0 Ayer Hitam 17/3 18/0 $1 Ayer Weng 0.77 J 0.824 £1 Bangrin Tin 15/0475 words
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Article247 1940-10-26 8 Issue Buyers Sellers Allenby 1.00 1.05 Alor Gajah 0.85 0.90 Ainal. Malay 1.65 1.75 Ayer Hitam 0.90 100 Ayer Molek 1.10 1.15 Ayer Panas 1.02 J 1.074 Bassett 0.40 0.43 Batu Lintang 1.024 1.074 c Bedford 0.824 0.874 Benta 0.924 0.974 Borelli 1.30 140 c Broga 0 53 0.56247 words
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Article333 1940-10-26 8 Issue Buyers Sellers A. £1 (Aust) N. Z. Mic Ord 22/0 23/0 2 Alex Brick Ord. 1.75 1.95 2 Alex Brick 74% Prefs 2.10 2.20 5 B. M. T 7.40 7.69 £5 Chartered Bank £7 £74 £1 Con. T. S. Ord. 17/0 17/6 £1 Con. T. S. 7% Pref.333 words
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Article118 1940-10-26 8 Dir Fiend Books Close Payable MINING. Chenderiang 10% final L.T. 31 10.40 Idris Hydraulic 24% L.T 29.10 40 Kuchais 25% Final Pengkalen <sd. L.T. 26.10.40 Pengkalen Prefs. 6d. L.T. 26 10 40 Petalin 20% Int 18.10.40 31.10.40 Rahmam 6% Final 31.10.40 9 1140 Southern Tronoh 74%118 words
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Article621 1940-10-26 8 Created By Nazi War Machine Discussing the widespread reports of food shortage in Europe, the Banker points out that the Continent is over 90 per cent, self-sufficient in food and feeding-stuffs. The facts are such that no interference with food supplies from outside Europe cculd conceivably make621 words
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Article965 1940-10-26 8 81,717,000,000 IN FIVE MONTHS TAESPITE the British naval blockade of Germany, and the obstacles to shipping associated with the Neutrality Act, the United States has succeeded in substantially reinforcing her active trade balance since the outbreak of war in Europe. Detailed figures for the month965 words
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Article143 1940-10-26 8 Yesterday’s Close Previously TIN: LONDON: £258. 15. 0. £258. 0. 0 “Spot” £261. 0. 0. £260. 5. 0. “Forward” SINGAPORE: “Spot" $132.62 T- $132.50 Business done 100 tons 125 tons PENANG: “Spot” $132.6242 $132.50 RUBBER: LONDON: “Spot" 11 1316 d 11 7jBd. Forward’' 11 7|Bd. 11 is!l6d. Tone143 words
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Article215 1940-10-26 8 The reduction in Burma Corpora final dividend to 3| annas tax free, making a total of 7 annas tax free, again-: 9 annsus for 1938-39. will come as a surprise to no one. A year ago a final of 5 annas v as declared, but at the subsequent215 words
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Article89 1940-10-26 8 •The Secretary of Austral Ma. Ltd., reports the following output associated companies for the ha of October. 1940. K. KAMUNTING TIN Hours run 309. Cubic yard- 66 000 Total piculs 288. nett valu thabawleik tin Hours run 287. Cubic yards 67.000. Total piculs 241. Nett vi >89 words
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Advertisement216 1940-10-26 8 B4N K S INDIAN OVERSEAS BANK, LTD. (Incorporated tn British India) Head Office: “United India Buildings,” Esplanade, Madras. branches: Penang, Kuala Lumpur, Rangoon, Karaikudi, Sivaganga, Pudukottah, Devacottah, Cannanore and Coimbatore. authorised Capital Rs. 50,00,000 baaed and Subscribed Capital Rs. 25,00,000 WVI up Capital Rs. 12,50,000 Current and fixed deposits received,216 words
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Article999 1940-10-26 9 ST. GEORGE THE -MARTYR 33RD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY 7.15 a.m. Mattins Litany. 8.00 a.m,. Holy Communion 9.15 a.m. Martins (Tamil) 10.30 a.m. Mattins and Holy Communion Chinese). 4.15 p.m. Sunday School in the Parsonage. 6.00 p.m. Evensong Sermon. Psalm 139 Hymns 551. 426. 534,24. MONDAY SS. Simon Jude999 words
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Miscellaneous1513 1940-10-26 9 TODAY SHORTWAVE STATIONS BROADCASTING B. B. C. News In English а. 5.2 u The 8.8. C. Military Band. (Local Time) б. Mews oulletin. 8.20 a.m. 6.35 ine 8.8. C. Salon Orchestra. I Transmission 6 11.20 a.m. 705 French (bulletin.. Transmission 1 1.50 p.m. 7.35 Canada cans from London: 6.20 pan.1,513 words
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Miscellaneous383 1940-10-26 9 SAN FRANCISCO (TRE.YSLRE ISLAND) KGEI 9.67 mc/s (31.02 m.) 7.20 p.m. The Melodeers. 7.50 News in English. 3.05 Dance Reflections. 8.50 Famous lunes. 935 Musical Cavalcade. 9.50 News in English. 10.05 Songs. 10.20 Dance Orchestra. 10.35 Orchestra. 10.50 News. 11.20 Fan Flashes. 11.35 Nature Sketches. 11.50 Call to Youth. 12383 words
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296 1940-10-26 10 Attacks After Armed Daylight Reconnaissances London, Oct. 25 The R.A.F. bombed Berlin last night during widespread operations over Germany and enemy-occupied territories by aircraft of both the Bomber and Coastal Commands, reveals an official communique. “Objectives in the Berlin area were bombed,” declares the communique,..—Reuter. - 296 words
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Article87 1940-10-26 10 —Reuter. Unconquerable Vitality Of Democracy President Roosevelt continued: “Despising democracy and knowing our strength, those who have destroyed other free peoples deem the United States a “degenerate democracy.’ “Let them observe the unconquerable vitality of Democracy, its very mangling d races dedicated to the common ideals which—Reuter. - 87 words
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Article21 1940-10-26 10 i.—Reuter. Madrid, Oct. 24. Senor De Mugurio, Spanish Minister to _F angary, has returned to Spain.—Reuteri.—Reuter. - 21 words
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Article167 1940-10-26 10 —Reuter. Faster And More Heavily Armed London. Oct. 25. Swift advance in the deadliness of Britain's fighter planes as well as early introduction of new types is foretold by Air Marshal Sir Philip Joubert in a broadcast last night. Spitfires and Hurricanes were being made.—Reuter. - 167 words
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Article66 1940-10-26 10 i.—Reuter. Departure For Japan From Shanghai Shanghai. Oct. 15. General Nobuyuki Abe. Japanese Envoy tj Nanking, sailed from Shanghai for Japan yesterday to report on affairs under his jurisdiction and at the same t.me attend celebrations in commemoration of the 2.600 th anniversary of the founding of thei.—Reuter. - 66 words
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974 1940-10-26 10 CESSION OF CERTAIN TERRITORIES Armies In Syria And North Africa To Help Italy New York, Oct. 25 Reports in diplomatic quarters in Berne indicate that Marshal Petain will sign an agreement in Paris making certain territorial concessions immediately, according to a A etc York—Reuter. - 974 words
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Article430 1940-10-26 10 .—Reuter. Little Activity Ch er London London, Oct. 25 Intense gunfire and the noise of machines was heard, followed by a lull, during the early part of last night’s raid on the London area. They began at an early hour and ended for the third night.—Reuter. - 430 words
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Article99 1940-10-26 10 i.—Reuter. Tokio, October 25. The “delay” in the trade talks between the Japanese and Netherlands East Indies delegations is admitted by the Foreign Office spokesman at a press conference who stated, “Negotiations of this sort usually take some time.” Asked if the absence of the head of thei.—Reuter. - 99 words
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Article84 1940-10-26 10 .—Reuter. Plan To Send Vi heat To Spain Abandoned Washington, Oct. 25 The Hitler-Franco talk has caused the Red Cross to abandon temporarily at least plans for sending a cargo of wheat and wheat flour for the relief of distress in Spain, it is learned Ln informed.—Reuter. - 84 words
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Article51 1940-10-26 10 .—Reuter. Held U D At Lisbon Owing To Weather Lisbon. October 25 Mr. Joseph Kennedy, United Statt> Ambassador to Britain, was unabl e to leave Lisbon for America today as the Clipper’s departure was postponed owing to bad atmospherics. Weather permitting, it is expected to leave tomorrow 1.—Reuter. - 51 words
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Article37 1940-10-26 10 .—Reuter. May Begin Training In Canada Ottawa, October 25 Parachute troops may shortly begin training in Canada “as against the time when we may take the offensive,” reveal efl. the Air Minister, Mr. Power. —Reuter..—Reuter. - 37 words
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Article105 1940-10-26 10 —8.0. W. Premier Cheered At King’s Cross Rugby. October 24. Office workers arriving at King’s Cross Station toda.y had a surprise when they saw a smiling familiar figure step from the train from Scotland where he had inspected the coast defences. There were cheers and cries of—8.0. W. - 105 words
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135 1940-10-26 10 —Reuter. History In Making At New Delhi Johannesburg. October 25 The Dominions will emerge from war more closely knit together ever fore. General Smuts forecasts in a a sage to “Calcutta Statesmen" on the ing of the Eastern Group Conferee war supplies at New Delhi.—Reuter. - 135 words
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Article139 1940-10-26 10 —Reuter Col. Knox On Importance Of Sea Power London. Oct 25. Tiie U.S. Secretary of Navy. Col. Ki. in a speech in New York reported in t l >■ “Times" on Wednesday, says: “The nati :i which controls sea approaches to Euro, holds an immense—Reuter - 139 words
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Article114 1940-10-26 10 .—8.0. W The Queen Accepts 24 Utility \X agons Rugby, October 24. The Queen, as President of the Women’s Voluntary Services, today walked down a line of 24 utility wagons drawn up in the inner quadrangle of Buckingham Palace. She accepted ti. .1: as a.—8.0. W - 114 words
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37 1940-10-26 10 •—8.0. W. Rugby. Oct. 24 The House of Commons went. int< secret session on air raid defence A statement will be made by the Secretary oi Slate tor A.r. —8.0. W.•—8.0. W. - 37 words
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Article114 1940-10-26 10 .—Reuter. More Successes In Recent Battles Chungking. Oct. 25. Immediately following the conclusion oi Japanese raids in Western Chekian- .t.c taking advantage of the employment oi Japanese troops on the South bank u: Chientang river. Chinese troops meved northward, launching an attack, a > ing.—Reuter. - 114 words
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1102 1940-10-26 11 Race 1: Horses Class 3 Div. 3 —s| Furs. Straight—--2.30 p.m. 1. 0 4 2 ADELE 6y 9.04 Mr. Lee Nam Hobbs 2.. 0 0 2 FOUR O CLOCK 6y 8.10 Mr. A. van Tooren Duval 0 0 2 STRAIGHT FLIGHT 4y 8.09 “Bulan1,102 words
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Article45 1940-10-26 11 Ipoh. enters are requested to u their bets early today in r to avoid being shut off ''3 tote as the Committee of Perak Turf Club has decid- continue the practice of ihe races off punc- oh time at this meeting.45 words
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Article43 1940-10-26 11 C.E.A. XI vs Indian Youngsters XI On the Esplanade Ground at 5.15 p m. C.E.A.: Leong Meng; Chew Foo. Yeang Chew; Mun Thien, Kee Kong, Yew Choy; Cheang Chee, Choy Tuck, Choong Tuck. Mun Foo, Lee Yew. Reserves. —Pak Leong, Hooi Poon.43 words
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Article177 1940-10-26 11 THEB pe D na^ B Y i T CTAC EPSOM JEEP” “MAN-ON-THE I “EUREKA” THE MAJOR F g Penan *SPOT” Ipoh K. Lumpur Singapore RACE 1 cornsheaf Cornsheaf K.C.G. K C.G. Four O'clock Straight Flight comneai K.C.G. fatrathpefferFour O'clock Straight Flight Four O'clock RACE 2 Sunbeam177 words
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Article217 1940-10-26 11 Europeans vs The Rest Following is the draw for the Europ- eans vs. the Rest Golf of the Penang Turf Club to be played at the Race Course tomorrow: 8 30 L. W. C. Byrde and W’. H. Brodie vs. M. S. Vythilingam and Yap Yoen217 words
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Article70 1940-10-26 11 Importing Horses To Race In Malaya Singapore. Oct. 25 It is understood that the Rajah of Sarawak has imported a number of racehorses from England to race in this country. .4 keen turfite, the Rajah has met with success on the English turf and his horses in70 words
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Article197 1940-10-26 11 Narrow Victory Bv 6 Points To 3 In a rugger match on the Victoria Green yesterday, the Penang Garrison "A” defeated the Chinese Recreation Club “A” by six points (two tries) to three (a try). The Chinese opened the scoring after which the Garrison equalised197 words
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Article117 1940-10-26 11 Morning Party vs Mayfield The following will represent the Morning Party against the Mayfield 8.P., at the latter’s court today and tomorrow: Misses Dorothy Lim tCapt.), Poh Eok Sin. Maggie Lim. Betty Lim, Helen Lim. Violet Lim. L. H. Lim, S. Y. Hor. Wong Beng Choo, Boev Phaik Nan,117 words
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576 1940-10-26 11 BAKAR A WANG SCORES ONLY GOAL FOR WHITES SOLI I ARt goal scored in the seventh minute by Bakar bin Awang enabled the Whites (Possibles) to defeat the Colours (Probables) by that margin in the opening State Hockey I rial this season on the576 words
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Article123 1940-10-26 11 I Perak vs Selangor Club Today Ipoh. There is one change in the Perak i-ugger team to meet the Selangor Club this afternoon in Kuala Lumpur. Rashid Ghows coming in to replace Mitchell, who is unable to travel. This change is regrettable as Mitchell has been considered the123 words
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373 1940-10-26 12 EELGRASS EXPECTED TO SCOPE AGAIN Four Winners For Trainer Van Breukelen (By “EPSOM JEEP H Ipoh, Today. IX/TYSTIC MUSIC and K.C .G. should make the two safest bets for today’s Ipoh races. Listening to the animated talk at the track this373 words
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Article91 1940-10-26 12 Stirring Dog Film At Majestic “Almost a Gentleman,” which opened at the Majestic Theatre yesterday tells the heart-rending story of a man’s closest friend —his dog. James Ellison, Helen Wood. Robert Kent and June Clay worth are featured in the cast. ■’Ace,” the wonder dog. plays a91 words
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Advertisement646 1940-10-26 12 RURAL BOARD NOTIFICATION Tile Rural Board of Penang prepared to receive tenders up to noon of the Bth November. 1940 for the following works and supplies:— Supple, deliver and pile road metal in the following sections during the year 1941: Section I—Town. Ayer Ham and North Coast Road to 13th646 words
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Advertisement1515 1940-10-26 12 TENDER NOTICE Tenders will be received up to noon on Friday, the Ist November, 1940, 1 Phoned 4V7 6 at the Colonial Secretary’s Office, Singapore, the Resident Councillor's Office, Telegrams: "Gazette X Penang, and the Resident Councillor’s Office, Malacca, from persons desirous of contracting for suppl es for the Government1,515 words
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